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Topics: Select a topic... All Emotional Intelligence & Fitness Leadership and Business Love, Marriage, and Relationships Parents: Permission to Be Imperfect Brain Fitness, Mindfulness and Perspective Communication & Interpersonal Skills Habits for Health Heartmanity Webinars, Classes, and Events Filters ## [*Keys to a Peaceful Home: House Rules for Adult Children Living at Home*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/house-rules-for-adult-children-living-at-home) January 18, 2024 [![Keys to a Peaceful Home: House Rules for Adult Children Living at Home](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Laughing-couple-standing-on-the-balcony-of-their-luxury-vacation-rental-1453023942_Compressed.jpeg?width=600&name=Laughing-couple-standing-on-the-balcony-of-their-luxury-vacation-rental-1453023942_Compressed.jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/house-rules-for-adult-children-living-at-home) A higher percentage of adult children are living with their parents than previously—maybe you're one of these homes. It's a mixed bag of benefits and drawbacks. As a parent coach of over two decades, I've never seen so many young adults unmotivated to leave the nest. Of course, the reasons for living at home are numerous: lack of motivation, dropping out of college, convenience, saving money, emotionally ill-equipped to handle life, unable to pay rising rent and housing costs, to name a few. For young adults, it can be easier than flexing the muscles of independence. Multi-generational living \[...\] [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/house-rules-for-adult-children-living-at-home) Posted in [Perfectly Imperfect Parenting](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/perfectly-imperfect-parenting) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*Nurturing Emotional Wellness: The Essential Guide to Postpartum Self-Care*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/postpartum-self-care) November 30, 2023 [![Nurturing Emotional Wellness: The Essential Guide to Postpartum Self-Care](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Young-Pregnant-Couple-Portrait-Outdoor-496553468_Compressed.jpeg?width=600&name=Young-Pregnant-Couple-Portrait-Outdoor-496553468_Compressed.jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/postpartum-self-care) Welcome to the remarkable and transformative journey of motherhood, an adventure that brings both immense joy and significant challenges. This guide will support you through the postpartum period, a crucial phase where physical and emotional well-being are deeply intertwined. Remember, in parenthood, self-care transcends mere benefit—it is a necessity for surviving *and thriving.* *Estimated reading time: 5 minutes* [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/postpartum-self-care) Posted in [Perfectly Imperfect Parenting](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/perfectly-imperfect-parenting) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*37 Inspiring Ways for Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/raising-an-emotionally-intelligent-child) October 29, 2023 [![37 Inspiring Ways for Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Young-cheerful-family-having-fun-at-dining-table-1171688626_Compressed.jpeg?width=600&name=Young-cheerful-family-having-fun-at-dining-table-1171688626_Compressed.jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/raising-an-emotionally-intelligent-child) Most parents want to spare their children hurt or heartbreaks. But let’s be real—struggle and pain are a natural part of life. What we can do is equip them with resilience, emotional intelligence, and EQ skills to navigate life’s curveballs. Give your children the tools to build enriching experiences and relationships. Find out how! *Estimated reading: a long read, but skip to what interests you for a 2-minute read!* [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/raising-an-emotionally-intelligent-child) Posted in [Perfectly Imperfect Parenting](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/perfectly-imperfect-parenting) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*Frustrated with Dependent Adult Children? 5 Ways to Ignite Resilience and Financial Stability*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/frustrated-with-dependent-adult-children-5-ways-to-ignite-resilience-and-financial-stability) October 23, 2023 [![Frustrated with Dependent Adult Children? 5 Ways to Ignite Resilience and Financial Stability](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/father%20and%20his%20adult%20son%20counting%20money_troubles%20with%20taxes%20and%20debts_AdobeStock_290596992_Compressed.jpeg?width=600&name=father%20and%20his%20adult%20son%20counting%20money_troubles%20with%20taxes%20and%20debts_AdobeStock_290596992_Compressed.jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/frustrated-with-dependent-adult-children-5-ways-to-ignite-resilience-and-financial-stability) It is a growing trend today that more and more adult children live with their parents instead of leading independent lives. In 2020, a record number of adult children returned home to live with their parents. Of course, it was understandable, given the circumstances of the pandemic and the unprecedented job losses and business closures. However, jobs are plentiful now, and yet [Pew Research Center](https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2022/08/24/americans-more-likely-to-say-its-a-bad-thing-than-a-good-thing-that-more-young-adults-live-with-their-parents/) reports that in July of 2022, *half* of adults ages 18-29 lived with one or both of their parents. Given this trend, what parental support is helpful, and what stifles independence, resiliency, and \[...\] [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/frustrated-with-dependent-adult-children-5-ways-to-ignite-resilience-and-financial-stability) Posted in [Perfectly Imperfect Parenting](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/perfectly-imperfect-parenting), [Emotional Intelligence & Fitness](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/emotional-intelligence-fitness) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*How to Effectively Respond to Disrespectful Stepchildren in a Blended Family*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/disrespectful-stepchildren-blended-family) September 21, 2023 [![How to Effectively Respond to Disrespectful Stepchildren in a Blended Family](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Father-and-daughter-sitting-on-sofa-and-arguing-1407603314_Compressed.jpeg?width=600&name=Father-and-daughter-sitting-on-sofa-and-arguing-1407603314_Compressed.jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/disrespectful-stepchildren-blended-family) Becoming a stepparent is a bit like stepping onto a roller coaster. One minute, you’re excited and getting high-fives; the next, you’re navigating through a sea of moody silences and disrespectful behaviors. Stepkids have seen their birth families disrupted, so they're on a tough ride, too. They’re processing massive feelings and trying to find their footing. And then, on top of all this chaos, you and your partner might not see eye-to-eye on how to parent. *Phew!* *Estimated reading time: 10 minutes* [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/disrespectful-stepchildren-blended-family) Posted in [Perfectly Imperfect Parenting](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/perfectly-imperfect-parenting) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*Why a Growth Mindset for Kids Is the Key to Their Success*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/growth-mindset-for-kids) September 03, 2023 [![Why a Growth Mindset for Kids Is the Key to Their Success](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/He-needs-someone-to-talk---Juvenile-Depression-182027283_2122x1415-compressor.jpeg?width=600&name=He-needs-someone-to-talk---Juvenile-Depression-182027283_2122x1415-compressor.jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/growth-mindset-for-kids) In today’s modern world, how do we inspire children to learn? Why bother when they can just ask Siri or scribble a question into an AI app—and Voila! These influences negatively impact our kids' motivation. To successfully navigate the effects of social media, [screen addiction](https://blog.heartmanity.com/teens-and-screens-does-your-child-have-screen-addiction), and passive entertainment, it’s imperative our children's brains stay fit and they retain *the motivation to learn*. That’s where you come in. And where the growth mindset shines. It’s the internal motivation that urges us to learn and become better every day. *Estimated reading time: 7 minutes* [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/growth-mindset-for-kids) Posted in [Perfectly Imperfect Parenting](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/perfectly-imperfect-parenting) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*Teach Empathy to Kids the Easy Way with One Key Parenting Skill!*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/teach-empathy-to-kids) August 21, 2023 [![Teach Empathy to Kids the Easy Way with One Key Parenting Skill!](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Teenage%20girl%20sharing%20problems%20with%20her%20mother_AdobeStock_583954251-Compressed.jpeg?width=600&name=Teenage%20girl%20sharing%20problems%20with%20her%20mother_AdobeStock_583954251-Compressed.jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/teach-empathy-to-kids) No parent wants their child to become an uncaring, disrespectful adult. And most parents do their best to provide a loving home. However, this one key parenting skill is largely overlooked, yet its absence hinders children’s development of empathy. If you want your kids to learn empathy, master this one thing! *Estimated reading time: 10 minutes* [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/teach-empathy-to-kids) Posted in [Perfectly Imperfect Parenting](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/perfectly-imperfect-parenting) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*Parenting Burnout Is Exhausting! Get Your Joy Back with Emotional Intelligence*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/parenting-burnout) August 17, 2023 [![Parenting Burnout Is Exhausting! Get Your Joy Back with Emotional Intelligence](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Young-parents-arguing-while-having-lunch-with-their-kids-at-home-1330855154_Compressed.jpeg?width=600&name=Young-parents-arguing-while-having-lunch-with-their-kids-at-home-1330855154_Compressed.jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/parenting-burnout) When I was a young mother, there were many times I felt like I was failing as a parent*—and I even taught parenting classes!* It's so easy to get overwhelmed or discouraged as a parent, isn't it? We LOVE our children—but let’s face it: parental burnout is a thing, especially with both parents working. Parenting demands a lot from us, and we're human. So if you’ve ever wanted the newborn stage to be over or wondered if you’d survive toddlerhood, or lost your cool with a teenager, you know what I’m talking about. Once I learned missing emotional intelligence skills, it was a game-changer for me! \[...\] [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/parenting-burnout) Posted in [Perfectly Imperfect Parenting](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/perfectly-imperfect-parenting) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*Best Ideas for Parents: How to Support Your Children Going Back to School Ideas*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/back-to-school-ideas) August 13, 2023 [![Best Ideas for Parents: How to Support Your Children Going Back to School Ideas](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Back%20to%20School%20Image_Compressed.jpeg?width=600&name=Back%20to%20School%20Image_Compressed.jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/back-to-school-ideas) Summer’s drawing to an end: While your children may not say it overtly, they are feeling the effects of the new school year creeping closer. From back-to-school commercials to adjusting to bedtime routines, the transition from summer to school time is as stark as day and night. We’re sure you’re feeling it, too! It’s no small feat to walk your little one through orientation or first-day jitters or hand the car keys over to your teen. We’re cheering you on and compiled some back-to-school ideas that may ease the transition. *Estimated reading time: 4.5 minutes* [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/back-to-school-ideas) Posted in [Perfectly Imperfect Parenting](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/perfectly-imperfect-parenting) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*5 Parenting Tips to Successfully Deal with Disrespectful Adult Children*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/5-parenting-tips-to-successfully-deal-with-disrespectful-adult-children) July 20, 2023 [![5 Parenting Tips to Successfully Deal with Disrespectful Adult Children](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Pizza-time-1391641696_727x484_Compressed.jpeg?width=600&name=Pizza-time-1391641696_727x484_Compressed.jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/5-parenting-tips-to-successfully-deal-with-disrespectful-adult-children) Today's families are up against tremendous challenges, and many family members are estranged. When your adult child lashes out, disrespects you, or tells you they "need space," and cuts you off, their responses can *really sting.* Of course, it is understandable for any parent to feel hurt, confused, and even angry when their adult child ignores them or doesn't want anything to do with them. A parent may feel rejected, even a sense of guilt, wondering if they failed as a parent. Fortunately, there are some proactive steps you can take as a parent to help improve relationship boundaries, address \[...\] [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/5-parenting-tips-to-successfully-deal-with-disrespectful-adult-children) Posted in [Perfectly Imperfect Parenting](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/perfectly-imperfect-parenting) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn [« More Great Content Here](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/perfectly-imperfect-parenting/page/5) [Newer »](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/perfectly-imperfect-parenting/page/3) ### Free Newsletter! 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